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Lot Title:
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1788 Vermont Copper, "Horned Bust" obverse. Ryder 25, High Rarity-2, 121.5 grains. XF.
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Description:
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The fancifully named "horned bust" at R.2 is not a rare Vermont type by any means -- so long as grading factors are ignored. But effort put into locating a choice specimen can lead to frustration and ultimately failure, as really nice examples just do not come around often. Nearly every important visual factor plays a positive role in the eye appeal of the obverse, including a perfectly centered strike, excellent color that features good dynamic contrast between caramel-tan devices and walnut-brown fields, and rather nice surface quality. The reverse receives the same benefits except that it is a touch off center to the left, but on the other hand, this has led to a well placed and strong date. On top of all that, there are absolutely no post-mint impairments or detriments from circulation -- no marks, no dings, no scratches or hairlines of any kind. Almost inconceivable! The die crack for which the "horned bust" is named is clear and at about the middle die state. They simply do not come any better than this.
This lot may contain an item not certified by ANACS, PCGS, or NGC. While Scotsman Auction Co. is typically conservative in our descriptions of items not certified by one of these companies, we cannot guarantee our grading estimation will match their grade. We highly recommend that collectors seeking items certified by a third-party grading service only bid on items that have already been certified. No lot can be returned because of a variance in judgment with regards to grade.
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Low Estimate:
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$875.00 |
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High Estimate:
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$975.00 |
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Lot Status:
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Bidding has been closed for this lot. |
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Hammered Price: |
$875.00
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Price Realized:
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